The newly announced CIPer™ Model 30 Controller from Honeywell offers many features, but BACnet MS/TP device control is presently unavailable. At the recent Momentum conference, during the session on new controllers, the Honeywell presenter suggested that the Contemporary Controls BASrouter should be used by customers seeking this functionality with the CIPer 30.

The BASrouter (BASRT-B) is a BTL Listed compact BACnet multi-network router, which provides versatile stand-alone routing between BACnet/IP, BACnet Ethernet, and BACnet MS/TP networks. Installing and operating the DIN-rail mounted BASrouter is simple and straightforward. Once the BASrouter is properly installed and configured, all the MS/TP devices can be accessible from BACnet/IP.

The BASrouter is powered from a 24 VAC/VDC source that can be shared with other devices in some situations. It requires about 4VA of power. There is one MS/TP port and one 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port. The MS/TP port offers an optically isolated transceiver that is compatible with both two-wire non-isolated MS/TP networks or three-wire isolated networks. Internal MS/TP bias and termination is provided but can be disabled via internal jumpers if needed. The BASrouter consumes one EIA-485 load and can drive 31 full-load devices (or even more partial-load devices) although a network limit of about 45 devices is recommended to improve responsiveness. The BASrouter is designed for near end installation. Mid-span installation is possible but should be avoided.

The Ethernet port offers a shielded RJ-45 connector. Auto-negotiation and Auto-MDIX allows this port to automatically match connections to the attached equipment. Therefore, either straight-through or crossover CAT5/6 cable can be used for connection to the network. A resident web server allows for commissioning and troubleshooting using a standard web browser. We are now exclusively shipping the BASrouter Version 3.0, which provides enhanced diagnostic capabilities with visual analytics. Diagnostics include a graphical MS/TP status table, routing status table, network errors count, and traffic statistics. These new features allow an integrator to install a robust BACnet network with ease.

Honeywell’s new CIPer Next Generation IP Controller line is a game changer in the building automation industry. Offering a complete line of IP Controllers utilizing native Niagara Work Bench; VAV to Plant Control with only 4 SKU’s; and a Secure IP Network using FOXS. CIPer Network Architecture also features Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP), IP Video connection to BLAN, and Simplified Engineering. Get ready for the future of IoT in buildings with this powerful new architecture.

ControlTrends closes its video coverage of the 2018 Honeywell Momentum Event with a Voice of Customer wrap-up with Mike Schwan, Regional Manager and Rob Thompson, Technical Services Manager, Total Controls, a division of RSD, and Pat Marsala, President M & M Controls, and Jeff Ashe, Vice President, Electrical Automation Services, who all together, provide an in-depth recap of the 2018 Honeywell Momentum highlights and some of the major take-aways — from the all important — customer’s perspective. Congratulations, once again, to M & M Controls for winning the 2018 Distributor of the Year Award.

We had a chance to catch up with Honeywell’s Steve Hoffman at the 2018 Honeywell Momentum Event. Steve works with consulting engineers making sure they understand the value Honeywell brings to the Smart Buildings Controls market. In this video, Steve shares what we need to know about IP controllers and what makes Honeywell’s new IP controllers special.

Mike Keller, Honeywell’s North America Buildings Sales Director, and Michael Garceau, Honeywell’s new General Manager shared center stage to deliver Honeywell Building Technologies’ State of the Union Address, taking past problems and operational issues head-on, they then unveiled a host of transformative innovation and technology that nailed the event’s themes of Momentum, Connections, and It’s a New Day at Honeywell. Two great video interviews, with more 2018 Honeywell Momentum video coverage to follow.

Honeywell Momentum 2018 Day 2 featured Cybersecurity Expert — Kevin Smith, Tridium’s CTO & Chief Architect. Breakouts continued throughout the day, with sessions including: IP Controller Programming, Niagara 4 Security Updates, Sales Acceleration, and Analytics on the Edge. The evening ended with a Gala Celebration and the 2018 Honeywell Momentum Awards Dinner, which recognized Honeywell’s top Distributor and Contractor Performers. Many attendees commented — that with all things considered: location, business updates, product releases, guest speakers, and breakout sessions — this was the best Momentum to date. Congratulations to Mark Schlauderaff and the Honeywell team for a Momentum well done!

Some 400 of Honeywell’s top distributors, integrators, and contractors joined together inside the Crystal Ballroom of the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld®. Expectations were high. Keynote speaker Terry Jones, Mike Keller, Honeywell’s North America Buildings Sales Director, and Michael Garceau, Honeywell’s new General Manager, quickly met and exceeded all expectations.

Terry Jones, a renown motivation rouser, set the bar high, delivering 90 minutes of pure insight and inspiration. As a founder of both Travelocity.com and Kayak.com, Jones shared some of the secret sauce know-how that built these two start-ups into billion dollar companies. Playing on a quote from L.P. Hartley, “The future is a foreign country; they do things differently there,” Jones conveyed a pressing, almost urgent message: Move! Start with small changes and risks while developing your own version of innovation — or, let the forces of disruption dictate your future.

Mike Keller and Michael Garceau then shared center stage and delivered nothing short of Honeywell Building Technologies’ State of the Union Address, taking past problems and operational issues head-on, they then unveiled a host of transformative innovation and technology that nailed the event’s themes of Momentum, Connections, and It’s a New Day at Honeywell. Day 1 continued with a myriad of Breakout Sessions that featured the New CIPER Model Controllers, Technical Tracks and related Business and Training Tracks, culminating with a good round of networking at the Vendor Tradeshow, where attendees mingled among the 14 Momentum Sponsors’ booths — well-nourished, and cocktails in hand.

When it comes to HVAC system control, different customers have different needs. With more than a century of building control experience and the resulting unmatched breadth of product, Honeywell gives our partners the flexibility to deliver the right solution to their customers every time.

As a continuation of this product breadth strategy, we are pleased to announce that we will be making our LCBS-T Commercial Economizing Thermostat available as a stand-alone product with tools to help you sell to your customers. Many of our LCBS Partners have been using this product independently as it allows them to fulfill the immediate requirements of their entry level commercial customers while at the same time providing unparalleled expansion and flexibility options for the future on the easily configured LCBS platform.

LCBS-T is designed for customers who want a simple, efficient way to save on energy costs. More than just a competitive commercial thermostat, LCBS-T is the base of an expandable platform that seamlessly integrates with a wide variety of HVAC field devices or a cloud gateway with no rewiring required. It’s ready to grow as your customers’ needs and expectations change.

Contact us to find out how LCBS products can benefit you with satisfied customers and more business through add-on sales. From the simple to the complex, there’s an LCBS solution to meet your customers’ needs. Learn More.

More Insights. More Innovations. Claim your place at Momentum, the conference dedicated to building innovations. Join product experts, distributors, integrators, contractors and exhibitors for three days of business-building insights and a chance to interact with the latest products and solutions. There’s also plenty of time for great food, drinks, networking and a round of golf in beautiful Orlando.

Momentum means moving forward and driving growth — and that’s what this conference is all about. Approximately 300 Distributors, Contractors, Sponsors, Honeywell Staff and Guests from across North America will gather for three days of informative workshops, training, industry forums, tradeshow exhibits, and networking events.

You’ll gain insights and best practices on Honeywell technology, connected edge devices, IP-based building automation controllers and more. Plus, you’ll deepen your knowledge of The Internet of Things while networking with your peers, helping you feel more connected than ever. Join us in Orlando — we look forward to connecting with you!

As you’ve heard from previous communications, Homes and ADI Global Distribution will be spinning off from Honeywell to become an independent company. We expect the spin to be completed by the end of 2018.

Many of you have been wondering how we’ll continue to deliver on the heritage and reliability of a great brand like Honeywell and have asked what will the brand become after the spin. In this letter, I’m excited to share with you the new corporate name of the Homes business, how we will go to market using the Honeywell name and a little background on the development of the name.

In a global town hall with our employees today, I shared that our new company will be named Resideo. You can learn more at resideo.com, which includes a video about the name but first let me give you some of the concepts behind the name.

Resideo is drawn from the combination of the words “residence” and “presidio.”

Residence: a person’s home; the place where someone lives

Presidio: A fortress

Together, these bring about thoughts of safety, comfort, security, strength, reliability and trust – in a combined word that expresses our identity as a technology company. These are timeless messages that are core to the Resideo business, as they express our focus on the home and our commitment to keeping the users of our products safe and secure.

I’m also excited to announce that while Resideo will be our corporate name, known by our employees and shareholders, for you, our key customers, we have also put together a long-term licensing agreement with Honeywell for use of the Honeywell brand. So, the products that our customers have known and loved for more than 100 years, and around which many of you have built your businesses, will be around for a long time to come.

I look forward to working together and I am excited about our endless possibilities for shared success.

Best Regards,

Michael G. Nefkens
President and CEO, Resideo

The spinoff is subject to customary conditions and regulatory approvals, including final approval by Honeywell’s board of directors.

This communication shall not constitute an offer of any securities for sale, nor shall there be any offer, sale or distribution of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, sale or distribution would be unlawful prior to appropriate registration or qualification under the securities laws of such jurisdiction.